In the aftermath of recent attacks in Lebanon, we discuss escalating tensions and violence in the region with journalist Stefanie Glinski in Beirut. Then: more diplomatic engagement with the crisis in Sudan and a transport-news roundup. Plus: we head to Sri Lanka for the Global Countdown with Fernando Augusto Pacheco.

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Hezbollah vows retaliation after blaming Israel for the deadly pager blasts in Beirut yesterday. US media sources, among others, have confirmed Israel planted the explosives. Then: Russia orders an evacuation from its Tver region following Ukrainian drone strikes. Plus: will Boeing workers and bosses reach a deal?

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The European Commission president has unveiled her new team after intense negotiations. What do her choices reveal about the EU’s future direction? Plus: Georgina Godwin on the Booker Prize shortlist and highlights from London Fashion Week with Monocle’s Grace Charlton.

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Thierry Breton has resigned as European commissioner, blaming the decision on Ursula von der Leyen’s leadership. We consider what this means for her future. Then: what does Russia really mean when it threatens escalation and is Justin Trudeau leading Canada’s Liberals to disaster? Plus: a preview of London Design Week with Monocle’s design editor.

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As Biden thaws on the idea of allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russia, Putin responds with a warning to the West. James Rodgers joins Georgina Godwin to discuss what effect the Russian leader’s words have. Plus: We look ahead to Monday’s European Commision report and has Europe fallen out of love with the Fiat 500?

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North Korea launches a fresh wave of short-range ballistic missiles after months of trading provocations with South Korea. Bill Hayton joins Emma Nelson to discuss the regional implications. Plus: we listen in live to the historic Polaris Spacewalk and Fernando Augusto Pacheco gives us a run-down of the latest from the charts in the Middle East and North Africa.

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As the global reactions to the US election debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump pour in, Natasha Lindstaedt joins Vincent McAviney to discuss some of the highlights. Plus: has a small island off the coast of Galicia found a positive solution to the overtourism problem?

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As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump prepare for their highly anticipated debate in Philadelphia, Julie Norman joins Vincent McAviney to discuss what types of sparks might fly when the two finally go head to head. Plus: Could ‘motionless’ turbines be a solution to wind power’s noise and wildlife problems?

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